Information resources are an asset to be exploited. In presenting the theme of the Xlth annual congress of the ASTED, the author insists on the necessity to cover the needs of the users and to insure a professional and efficient management of information resources.

After taking inventory of French-language audiovisual materials in Canada, the author describes the main services available in Canada, France and the United States. He then casts a prospective glance on the evolution of audiovisual media as well as on the means of production, marketing and distribution in the field. In conclusion, he draws some recommendations for the future.